By the Numbers

Math becomes infinitely more interesting to most of us when it has to do with money, especially our money. By the Numbers illustrates why numbers and calculations are important and how they are used. Without this conceptual framework, mathematics can become a tedious matter of plugging numbers into formulas that have no real-life relevance. Each of the By the Numbers videos establishes the business context of the mathematics. Documentary footage transports students to a variety of business environments and demonstrates the major role mathematics plays in our professional and personal lives. The series is divided into six modules: 1. Mathematical Foundations; 2. Basic Business Concepts; 3. The Mathematics of Selling; 4. The Mathematics of Financing; 5. Financial Accounting Concepts; and 6. Communicating With Numbers. Each program illustrates why numbers and calculations are important, and how they are used. In other words, it provides a solid conceptual framework within which the teacher can supply the details. Without this element, mathematics really holds no lasting value for your students - beyond the test. The teacher's guide that accompanies each program provides a description of the program along with lesson objectives. One copy is provided free with program purchase.